RAVS Butane Torch Lighter, DUAL Flame Mode Creme Brulee Torch, Black

MICRO TORCHES REVIEW I was unable to decide on which of the many butane micro torches I should buy from Amazon, and I couldn’t trust the ad claims or flame pictures, so I ended up buying 4 to test then against each other. I have lots of larger torches of various sizes, but I wanted one with the smallest, most focused flame. The pictures in the ads of the flames was not, where pictured at all, was not useful to me or accurate. Price was not a factor for me in this. 1. Blazer ES1000CR Spitfire https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001EDU5NY Made in Japan. This one has very cumbersome controls. Lighting it is a very awkward process requiring two hands and rolling an interlock forward whole pushing down on a button. Lighting it also requires 3 other controls to be in the right positions. The controls also feel rather flimsy. The flame is OK There is very little variation in the flame between minimum and maximum. It does have a button for continuous operation, but again, it feels rather flimsy. It was also the second most expensive at $53. Really the most expensive when you consider all the extras the $56 Dremel comes with. 2. Bernz-O-Matic ST2200T https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PS9TQI Made in Taiwan. The listing for this product falsely states, in two places, “The product is manufactured in United States”. I did not appreciate the false/out-of-date information. The controls are much less cumbersome than the Blazer. It has a child lockout for the igniter, presumably brought to us courtesy of CPSC. If you don’t have kids and want to get rid of this, it looks like it would be very easy to just snap off a piece of plastic and be done with it. The torch is easy to use. There is not much difference between the minimum and maximum flames. The flame is a bit larger than the Blazer. I wanted the smallest flame, so this was a negative for me. The instructions are printed on the side of the main tube, which is handy. It also includes a soldering iron tip. $32 3. Dremel 2200-01 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MJW07Z0 Made in Taiwan. Includes a decent thin metal box containing lots of accessories. If you don’t already have soldering equipment, this might be the best choice for you. It comes with a detachable stand; all the others come with a fixed base stand. The flame comes out at an upward angle, which all the others have a flame coming out at 90 degrees. This may be a plus or minus for you. This one, like the Bernz-O-Matic, comes with a plastic child lockout that looks like it could be broken off and discarded if you don’t want that feature. This one got second place in the biggest difference between minimum and maximum flames. The maximum flame was the largest of all tested, so if you’re looking for max flame, this is the one for you. At $56, the most expensive, but it comes with a lot more accessories than the others. Both the Dremel and the Bernz-O-Matic could easily be started using one hand, even with the child interlock. The Bernz-O-Matic was probably a bit easier to light with one hand. Both of them featured instant-off flame when you releaser the button, with a lock to engage for continuous flame. 4. RAVS RBT018 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B5RKWNMS?th=1 Made in China. With the first three, you press the igniter button to turn on the gas and light it. The flame stays on only as long as you continue holding down the button (unless you engage the continuous lock). As soon as you release the button (or the continuous lock) the gas is cut off and the flame goes out. Probably more “consumer-safe” for people who don’t really know what they’re doing with a torch. This one is a bit different from the first three, in that it operates more like a typical propane torch. There is a rotary knob that you turn CCW to turn the gas on or CW to turn it off. So you turn the gas on, then press the igniter button to light the gas. You adjust the flame from min to max by using the rotary knob. The flame stays on until you turn the rotary knob fully CW to shut off the gas. So perhaps a bit less “safe” for those who don’t really know how to operate a torch safely. This one also felt a bit heavier and more substantial that the others. Apparently it uses more metal and less plastic. It also had, BY FAR, the most adjustable flame, from less than half what the others could produce (like down to about ¼” flame for some really fine work) to considerably more than their maximum flame. This one was also the cheapest at only $22. It’s also made in China. Normally, I will go to great lengths and spend considerably more to buy USA-made products, with probably Japan second and Taiwan third. However, for MY specific requirements, this Chinese RAVS was the clear choice for me.

I’m a French pastry chef, I’m angry at the amount of torches I have had to buy as the expensive “chef approved” brands fall apart after a year of use. This is the only one I have had that has lasted longer, currently 3 years in. Simple, powerful, compact, and most importantly does its job.

Nice. All metal. I had a mostly plastic torch which still mostly worked fine, but it's kept outside for me to light my cigars. In the humidity, the piezo electric misfires above 90% humidity and in the winter the fuel looses its volatility (Doesn't fire up). The fuel regulation was becoming an issue. This torch it much more solidly built, The spark has been working in above 90% humidity. Now we wait for winter to see if it can light up.

This torch light worked fine. Now it will not light. Flame came out of upper part not out of the nozzle. On careful inspection it appeared the gas was coming out of the vents. This meant that the main jet was blocked. took a paper clip and moved it around inside the burner and found that when cleaned the torch slowly began to work as it should. A couple more insertions of the clip finally freed the jet and now the Torch works fine. It is a quality Torch an I would recommend it.

This torch is perfect for lighting cigars. The flame this torch provides is precise, burns hotter, and is instantly adjustable which makes it perfect for toasting the foot, lighting, and trimming. Due to the nature of the flame, all of these processes are much faster than with any regular pocketable torch lighter. Toasting: As the flame is precise and can be dialed down, toasting evenly happens quickly without seeming to carry too much heat into the body of the cigar. Lighting/Relighting: The side of the narrow flame burns as equally hot, so quickly gets this done. No real amount of contact is necessary. So you can light a cigar without pointing the flame directly at your face. Trimming: As the flame is narrow and very hot it cuts better and much more precisely than regular lighters in my experience. With the point of the flame, you can quickly cut through wrapper, binder, and fillers with ease; unlike a regular lighter which seems to burn with less heat and can scorch the binder more easily beyond where you would prefer. Trimming is much faster and cleaner with this torch. Filling: Messy. When it's full it sprays Butane all over the place. That's how you know it's full. I have two of these and they both do the same thing. It works so well for my application that I have made my peace with the messy filling issue. Adjustability: Perfect for the application. It puts out a small flame - smaller than pocket lighters - to a flame about two inches long. Softer flame (think Bic), to pinpoint savagery (which works great for cigars) and any mixture of the two by dialing the little black air regulator held in place by the spring on the barrel. Drawbacks: Filling, Messy. No window to gauge fuel, though this will light a lot of sticks... A LOT on a single fill. Not pocketable, but perfect to sit next to your favorite chair. I occasionally move the flame adjustment regulator, or it's moving by itself with use. But if the flame isn't burning like it used to, check that little black collet because it may have moved restricting air into the mix. Ease of use: Both of mine work flawlessly. After a while, I found I could turn the regulator on and off with my thumb and ignite the flame with one hand. The always-on feature until you turn it off, which I thought was going to be an issue, isn't. For the application of lighting cigars, it works better for me because I don't need to keep my thumb depressed as you do with a regular lighter and I can adjust the flame size on the fly with the use of my thumb. Besides its drawbacks, it's still a five-star lighter for the application I use it for. I certainly recommend it.

I recently purchased the "Butane Torch Lighter, DUAL Flame Mode Kitchen Torch" and I am absolutely delighted with it! This kitchen torch has become a game-changer for both my culinary and non-culinary needs. First off, the dual flame mode is incredibly versatile. The regular flame is perfect for gently toasting and giving a beautiful finish to dishes like crème brûlée and marshmallows, while the stronger flame comes in handy for more intense tasks like searing meat or even starting a grill. The adjustability of the flame is seamless, making it easy to switch between tasks without any hassle. The build quality of the torch is commendable. It feels sturdy and well-made, reassuring me that it will last a long time. The safety lock is a thoughtful addition, ensuring that the torch is child-safe and prevents accidental ignition, which is a huge plus in a busy kitchen. Refilling the torch is straightforward, and it holds enough butane to last through several cooking sessions. Its ergonomic design makes it comfortable to hold and use, which is great for when you're using it extensively. I've found it not only useful in the kitchen but also for DIY projects around the house, like small repairs where precision heating is required. It's reliable, efficient, and delivers exactly what it promises. In summary, if you’re looking for a kitchen torch that offers both performance and reliability, this is the one to go for. It’s a quality tool that I’d recommend to anyone in need of a good butane torch. Happy cooking and torching!

This is a non-returnable item because once it has been filled it can't be shipped with a flammable liquid inside. Fortunately it was only 20 bucks. Will not light most of the time and when it does light it's barely enough to remain lit. I don't believe the valve is opening. Too bad because it looks like it would be very convenient. I won't buy another one, that's for sure. Edit: I was finally able to get the torch working. The problem is with the filler port. I tried multiple cans with the same problem but eventually got one to seat well enough to get the thing filled. Seems to be a nice torch now that I have it working. I upped my review to 3 stars and will revisit after I've used it a while.

This is more of a novelty item and maybe a small fire starter for camping or something like that. It is not good for trying to light a grill because the slightest turn off upright the flame goes out and you have to restrike and restart again. I would not recommend this for the grillers but for those that want to just start a flame small fire it would work.

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